Fall 2011 Issue
Past Issues
A Four-Year Journey
Winner of one of the Journey Scholarships, Jordan Wachter shares the story of his first months at Central. His is a freshmen experience familiar to all those who have walked along the Peace Mall.
Rachel Vogel Quinn
February 7, 2012
Visions of Cancer
Nyla Heerema ’63 has spent years looking through cell walls at the complexities of leukemia. Her research has led to more refined treatments for cancer patients.
Rachel Vogel Quinn
January 18, 2012
A Central Santa
You’d better watch out. The Central community has its very own Santa Claus keeping his eye on things. Let’s hope you’ve been nice.
Shane Hallengren '11
December 22, 2011
In a Photographer’s Shoes
Senior Taylor Schuelke is spending a semester in D.C. interning with a production company and focusing on her photographic artwork.
Ashley Albaugh '12
December 7, 2011
A Tour of Techniques
Athletics
Senior Heidi Sartorius explored alternative physical therapy methods in Germany, Austria and Switzerland.
Danielle Dickinson '12
December 5, 2011 | 1 Comment
The Definition of Whirlwind
Ann Wilkinson, instructor of theatre, made a name for herself in Los Angeles before finding her way to Pella.
Shane Hallengren '11
November 28, 2011
Alumni Class Reunions
View photos from the Central College class reunions during 2011 Homecoming/Family Weekend.
November 25, 2011
Where are they now?
Charles Roberts was a member of the communications department at Central from 1970-1982. Find out what he’s been up to since.
November 25, 2011
Central Grad on the Hill
Erinn Lauterbach ’09 works with Rep. Bruce Braley in Washington, D.C.
Shane Hallengren '11
November 25, 2011
House of Glass
The new equipment in Central’s glassblowing studio builds on a long tradition of collaboration in the arts.
Rachel Vogel
November 25, 2011 | 6 Comments
What in the world are we doing?
A bit of sarcasm? Not at all. I offer this question with great sincerity at an important time in Central College’s history.
Mark Putnam, Central College President
November 25, 2011
Intersections: An Acquired Taste
Every fall, freshmen take Central’s required first-year course. Despite their misgivings, students get the tools to fully appreciate a liberal arts education.
Shane Hallengren '11
November 25, 2011
Phyllis Bornt Plaza dedicated
The new entryway plaza, named after Phyllis Bornt ’51, was dedicated during Homecoming/Family Weekend 2011. The new plaza is part of a larger project that includes three signs on the corners of campus.
Rachel Vogel
November 25, 2011
At Home in Jordan Hall
Mina Baker-Roelofs taught home economics at Central for 39 years. Her history mirrors the history of the college.
Rachel Vogel
November 25, 2011 | 4 Comments
Central Market leaves trays behind
At Central Market, students can choose to place meals on new smaller trays or use the brightly colored Fiesta plates.
Rachel Vogel
November 25, 2011
2011 Central College legacy
The annual legacy lunch honoring Central students and their alumni family members was held Aug. 20 with 83 people attending.
November 25, 2011
Tungseth named VPFA
Margaret Tungseth has 15 years of experience in higher education, serving most recently as the assistant treasurer and director of risk management at Concordia College.
Rachel Vogel
November 25, 2011
Fifteen new faculty members
Central welcomed new faculty in accounting, business management, chemistry, exercise science, library science, music, mathematics, psychology, sociology and Spanish.
November 25, 2011
Would you teach here?
Alumni take jobs in some of the country’s worst schools to help kids who deserve the best.
Rachel Vogel
November 25, 2011 | 1 Comment
Alumni Award Winners
Central College presented awards at the all-alumni dinner Oct. 1 as part of the Homecoming/Family Weekend festivities.
November 25, 2011
Ambassador for Hope
While coaching in the U.S., South Africa, and London, a Central student learned how soccer can change the lives of rich and poor alike.
Rachel Vogel
November 25, 2011
Ask an Alum: How do I start a second career?
Mollie Ibbotson ’05 went from the Peace Corps to Wells Fargo. She gives tips on how you, too, can start a new career.
Mollie Ibbotson ’05
November 25, 2011 | 1 Comment
Athletics Hall of Honor inductees
Athletics
Three star athletes who went on to careers of distinction in collegiate teaching and coaching are the newest inductees in the Central College Athletics Hall of Honor.
Larry Happel '81
November 25, 2011
Central Fund becomes Journey Scholarship Fund
The new Journey Scholarship Fund allows alumni to contribute directly to student scholarships.
Rachel Vogel
November 25, 2011
Year Two: The Planning Year
During President Mark Putnam’s second year, the community takes on seven initiatives for Central’s future.
Rachel Vogel
October 28, 2011